Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Developmental Biology

Harvard University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Yang Lab at Harvard School of Dental Medicine invites individuals to apply for a postdoctoral fellow position investigating the cross-talk between cell signaling, metabolism, and immune regulation in stem cell biology.

Responsibilities include conducting cutting-edge research, designing experiments, analyzing data, preparing manuscripts as lead author, and presenting findings at conferences. This is an annual term position with potential extension based on performance and funding.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. must be in a relevant field and obtained within the last two years.
• Strong publication record as a first author in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience in stem cells, metabolism, immune regulation, or cell signaling is highly desirable.
• Experience with standard molecular and cellular biology techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research to elucidate cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying stem cell regulation in bone and craniofacial tissues.
• Design and implement experiments; analyze and interpret data.
• Prepare and publish scientific manuscripts as a lead author.
• Present research findings at national and international conferences.
• Collaborate with other group members and external partners.
• Experience with mouse genetics is preferred.

Skills

Cell signaling

Metabolism

Immune regulation

Stem cell biology

Data analysis

Education

Ph.D. in Cellular and Molecular Biology or closely related field

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Developmental Biology

Title Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Developmental Biology

School

School Harvard School of Dental Medicine

Department/Area

Department/Area Department of Developmental Biology

Position Description

The Yang Lab at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine invites individuals to apply for a postdoctoral fellow position investigating the cross-talk between cell signaling, metabolism, and immune regulation in stem cell biology.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following areas:

• Conduct cutting-edge research to elucidate cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying stem cell regulation in the context of regeneration, aging and metabolism of bone and craniofacial tissues.
• Strong expertise and research track record of cellular and molecular biology, mechanobiology.
• Design and implement experiments; analyze and interpret data.
• Prepare and publish scientific manuscripts as a lead author.
• Present research findings at national and international conferences.
• Collaborate with other group members and external research partners.
• Experience of mouse genetics is preferred.

This is an annual term position reviewed each academic year on or before June 30th, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance, business need, and continued funding to support the position.

Basic Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Cellular and Molecular Biology or a closely related field, obtained within the past two years.
• Strong publication record as a first author in peer-reviewed journals.
• Proven expertise in stem cells, metabolism, immune regulation, or cell signaling is highly desirable.
• Experience with standard molecular and cellular biology techniques.
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Additional Qualifications

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